Driver – Autonomous Vehicle Operations

San Francicso, CA
Full Time
SWHireA
Experienced

Location: San Francisco, CA (On-site)
Pay: $29.00/hour
Schedule: Full-time (30+ hours/week)
Contract End Date: April 6, 2026

Overview

Join a cutting-edge autonomous vehicle operations team supporting the development and deployment of next-generation mobility solutions. This role combines driving, vehicle testing, technical support, and logistics. You’ll play a key role in ensuring safety, vehicle readiness, and operational success while collaborating with cross-functional engineering and operations teams.

Key Responsibilities

  • Safely operate test vehicles for 4–8 hours per day
  • Support overall vehicle operations and mission execution
  • Perform basic software and hardware operation tasks
  • Assist with testing initiatives and provide real-time feedback
  • Document issues, metrics, and observations accurately
  • Communicate clearly with engineering and operations teams
  • Conduct daily preventative maintenance checks, basic services, and minor repairs
  • Support vehicle logistics, including movement and storage of vehicles and equipment
  • Maintain cleanliness and readiness of vehicles, tools, and workspaces
  • Assist with operational documentation and reporting
  • Represent operations professionally in public-facing environment

Requirements

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Clean driving record and no criminal history
  • Ability to drive for extended periods (up to 6–8 hours daily)
  • Basic technical skills and troubleshooting ability
  • Proactive, disciplined, and team-oriented mindset

Preferred Qualifications:

  • BS/BA degree or equivalent technical experience
  • Military experience

Schedule & Shifts

Multiple schedule options available:

Day Shift Options:

  • 7:45 AM – 4:15 PM

Night Shift Options:

  • 3:45 PM – 12:15 AM

Overnight Shift:

  • 11:45 PM – 8:15 AM

Workdays (rotating options):

  • Monday–Friday
  • Tuesday–Saturday
  • Wednesday–Sunday
  • Thursday–Monday
  • Friday–Tuesday
  • Saturday–Wednesday
  • Sunday–Thursday

Shift Differentials / Bonus Pay

  • Overnight Weekdays: +7.5% hourly bonus
  • Overnight Weekends: +10% hourly bonus
  • Weekend Day Shift: +5% hourly bonus
  • Weekend Night Shift: +10% hourly bonus

Interview Process

  • Initial 45-minute video interview
  • 45-minute driving test
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